Now Presenting: Science!

Now Presenting: Science!

Are you ready to take your science communication skills to the next level? Join us in 217 UMSU University Centre for some expert advice!

By University of Manitoba, Faculty of Science

Date and time

Thursday, January 9, 2025 · 2 - 4:30pm CST

Location

Graduate Students' Lounge - 217 UMSU University Centre

UMSU University Centre 65 Chancellors Circle Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

Agenda

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Welcome & Relevance


Good communication skills don't just help you ace the class presentation - they can be the reason you get the job, receive project funding, or receive new opportunities. Luckily, communication skills...

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

Best Practices for Science Communication


Communications experts Fiona Odlum and Eleanor Coopsammy are here to show you what to do (and more importantly, what NOT to do) when it comes to science communications. Learn how to tailor your prese...

3:20 PM - 3:35 PM

Refreshments and Networking Break


You never want a hungry audience! Take the time to enjoy some free snacks and refreshments and connect with your peers.

3:35 PM - 4:30 PM

Off the Hook!


Presentation skills are developed through practice! Try your hand at developing and presenting a compelling 30 - 60 second hook based on a random topic that you are assigned.

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes

From the class presentation you never asked for to your chance to win 3MT finals, public speaking is an essential skill that will boost your profile. While it can be a nerve-racking ordeal for many, we are here to help. On January 9 from 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., communication experts Fiona Odlum and Eleanor Coopsammy will be joining us to provide their tips and tricks for the numerous types of presentations you will experience.

Please see the itinerary above - you are more than welcome to attend individual sections of the workshop if you cannot attend in the workshop's entirety!

Registration is recommended but not required.

Light snacks and refreshments will be provided (First rule of presenting: you never want a hungry audience!)



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